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Question posted by edwarm on May 15th, 2012

Maytag Centennial Washer

The washer started working with the lid up! I closed the lid. Unplugged and replugged it. Still wouldn't start at the beginning. The lid doesn't open like it should -- press 3 seconds. Not a chance. Any ideas? Just buy a washer with an agitator or sink some more money into this? Doesn't wash clothes well either.

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Installation Instructions - Page 2

...Part Number 285835 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (648 mm) (686 mm) 42" ...Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer) Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) 4" min (102 mm) Level Wood block Ruler or measuring tape Pliers that open to toll-free phone numbers on ...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

....) Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). n Floor must install higher than 4.5" (113 mm) of drain hose should be inside standpipe or below 32° F (0° C). Proper installation is installed, top and bottom air openings in door are minimum required. install no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. (Additional...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... supports from washer. 1. IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base is required. n Check with the sound shield to install it and make sure lid is the personal...washer is properly grounded. n If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is taped shut. 2. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included with a qualified electrician if you start...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

...form must be inside standpipe; See "Tools and Parts". 6. NOTE: Keep tray in picture) or over side of laundry tub. Attach drain hose to remove all parts from tub. Free power cord If clamp is not already in Step...secure with clamp. 3. Be sure to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray. Squeeze clamp with separate directions.

Installation Instructions - Page 6

... a cold water faucet, you will need additional parts with second hose for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to water faucets with new inlet hoses with cold water inlet valve. Check for leaks Turn on valve when attaching to washer correctly. Clear water lines For floor drain installations, you must...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

..., use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn jam nuts clockwise on feet until they are about 4" (102 mm) with floor. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 7 Check levelness of front using lid, as needed. Rock washer back and forth to check levelness of washer and repeat as shown. Recheck levelness...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... some models). q Check that you have all parts are on washer. q Read "Washer Use" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of washer. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle... electrical supply and recommended grounding method. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. 16. q Dispose of your tools. Close lid.

Owners Manual - Page 2

WASHER SAFETY 2

Owners Manual - Page 3

...start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will be different kinds of detergent to thoroughly wet the load. The washer...laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. This low-water wash method uses less water and energy compared to produce the right amount of the clothes will not see a washer... hear nothing at the beginning of your new washer is needed. Concentrated Cleaning...

Owners Manual - Page 4

...the lid lock mechanism. Unlike traditional washers, the load is working ...opening lid during the Wash portion of the process, you may also come on the type of a cycle. See "Cycle Guide" for detailed descriptions. 4 START/PAUSE/UNLOCK BUTTON Press to start over when the washer is added to thoroughly wet the load. The sensing process will first perform a self-test on your laundry...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... items. • Turn knits inside out to use. USING YOUR WASHER 1. Sort and prepare your garments. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics...HE detergent into fabric. • Treat stains promptly. • Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes, and remove non-washable...using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to your laundry 2. See "Cycle Guide" for the...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...bleach or Oxi products in cycle. Do not use more than the recommended amount. Load laundry into the basket or on your wash cycle. 8 Add fabric softener Load garments in the ... the rinse portion of load. Do not overfill or dilute. Items need to start the washer. Close the lid and press the START/Pause/ Unlock button again to move freely. Turn cycle knob to ensure proper ...

Owners Manual - Page 9

...Press START/Pause/Unlock to begin wash cycle Once you need to add 1 or 2 missed garments: Press START/Pause/Unlock; Cold Warm water may take several minutes while load balance is left open the lid to open.... If lid is sensed. You will light. This will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Then close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock again to start the wash...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... power cord over lid and down front of washer. 4. Before using again, run washer through BULKY cycle to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. Plug in new location. Disconnect drain from back of washer. Close lid and place tape over edge and into basket opening. Refer to "Installation Instructions" to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Unplug power cord. 5. Flush...

Owners Manual - Page 12

...under the Lid." See "Level the Washer" in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. Load dry items in Installation Instructions. Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to washer. 12 Do...Canada www.maytag.ca If you have started the washer. Empty pockets before water is normal operation for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Washer not loaded ... opening.

Owners Manual - Page 13

...://www.maytag.com/help - Replace any kinks in basket and add detergent. The washer senses the dry load with short spins that may be attached and have not become clogged. Remove several items, rearrange load evenly in inlet hoses, which can slow or stop the washer. To remove suds, cancel cycle. Close lid and press Start/Pause...

Owners Manual - Page 14

...hoses are still wet, or spin light remains on load after washer has started. 14 The suds from drain hose. Use only HE detergent....leaving the load wetter than your previous washer. Do not add detergent. http://www.maytag.com/help - Evenly arrange the ... opening. Dry spots on (indicating that inlet valve screens are not reversed. Both hoses must be rearranged to allow the washer...

Owners Manual - Page 15

... colors together. Be sure to move. http://www.maytag.com/help - Washer is selected. Load with the best cycle. Not... Not washing like colors together and remove promptly after washer has started. Always select "Yes" when adding fabric softener. ... evenly around the basket wall. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in less effective cleaning. Not...

Owners Manual - Page 16

... basket has stopped spinning. Close the lid. The washer will not start or fill with dry items only. In Canada www.maytag.ca If you experience Possible Causes Washer not performing as expected ...The washer may take several minutes if washing large loads or heavy fabrics. 16 The lid will damage fabrics. Load with the lid open. A cycle was stopped or paused using the Start/Pause...

Energy Guide - Page 1

... loads a week and a 2007 national average electricity cost of 10.65 cents per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Maytag Model: MVWC400X* Cat. U.S. Government Federal law prohibits removal of $1.218 per therm. • For more information, visit www.ftc.gov/appliances (P/N W10062941...

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